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Flavorful Greek Chicken Bowls with Creamy Tzatziki Sauce


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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 45 min

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, cubed

⅓ cup full-fat Greek yogurt

3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

6 cloves garlic, minced

1 shallot, diced

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp paprika

2 tsp dried oregano

¼ tsp red pepper flakes

1 tsp kosher salt

½ tsp black pepper

Cucumber Salad

2 Persian cucumbers, sliced and quartered

1 avocado, diced

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

¼ cup fresh dill, chopped

Salt and pepper to taste

Homemade Tzatziki

1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt

2 Persian cucumbers, grated and squeezed

1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp salt

Black pepper to taste

To Serve

2 cups cooked quinoa or rice

2 cups fresh spinach, chopped

6 oz crumbled feta cheese

1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced

Warm pita bread, cut into wedges

Pickled red onion (optional)


Instructions

  1. Marinate Chicken: Combine chicken with marinade ingredients. Mix well. Marinate 15 minutes at room temperature or overnight in fridge.
  2. Make Tzatziki: Mix grated cucumbers, yogurt, dill, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Chill.
  3. Cook Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread chicken on baking sheet. Bake 15–20 minutes until internal temp 165°F. Broil 1–2 minutes for crispy edges.
  4. Cucumber Salad: Toss cucumbers, avocado, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper. Add avocado just before serving.
  5. Assemble Bowls: Divide grains between bowls. Layer spinach, chicken, cucumber salad, cherry tomatoes, and feta. Drizzle tzatziki. Serve with pita and pickled onions.

Notes

  • Chill tzatziki at least 30 minutes for flavor. Keeps 3 days in fridge.
  • Swap quinoa for cauliflower rice for low-carb option.
  • Nutritional information is approximate and varies by ingredient brands.
  • Prep Time: 25 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min